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November 18, 2024
TT&H Attorney Pete Schurig Successfully Opposes Motion to Remand
TT&H Attorney Pete Schurig recently prevailed in keeping a matter in federal court after the Plaintiff moved to remand the matter back to state court. The Western District of Virginia, in a matter first impression, ruled that the defense tactic of “snap removal” is permissible and does not violate the “Forum Defendant Rule.” On behalf of… read more
November 14, 2024
PENNSYLVANIA CLIENT ADVISORY – Act 121 of 2024: Mental Injuries for First Responders
On October 29, 2024, Governor Shapiro signed Senate Bill 365 into law as Act 121 of 2024, which amends the Pennsylvania Workers’ Compensation Act as it pertains to compensation for mental-mental injuries/post-traumatic stress injuries (PTSI) for first responders. The new law takes effect next year on October 29, 2025. The full copy of Act 121… read more
November 11, 2024
Thomas, Thomas & Hafer Welcomes Gabrielle E. Martin to its Allentown Office
Thomas, Thomas & Hafer is pleased to announce that Gabrielle E. Martin has passed the Pennsylvania Bar Exam and has joined the firm’s Allentown, Pennsylvania office as a member of the firm’s general liability and workers’ compensation practice groups. Gabrielle graduated cum laude from Widener University Commonwealth Law School in 2024. While in law school,… read more
November 06, 2024
TT&H Welcomes Amanda N. Finney as an Associate Attorney in its Fairfax, VA Office
Thomas, Thomas & Hafer is pleased to announce that Amanda N. Finney recently passed the Virginia Bar and has become an associate in the firm’s Fairfax, VA office, where she will be part of the firm’s general liability practice group. TT&H Attorney Lacey Conn, who leads the firm’s Fairfax office, had the following to say… read more
November 04, 2024
Navigating Pennsylvania’s Medical Fee Review Process for Workers’ Compensation
The medical fee review process in Pennsylvania is intended to resolve billing disputes between workers’ compensation insurers and healthcare providers. While this process may seem complicated, understanding the key principles and recent legal developments can help insurers manage costs and reduce liability. Here’s what insurers need to know: The Fee Review Process: Structure and Limitations… read more